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Course Description

This perspectives course will examine America’s healthcare system through the lens of how we provide care to low-income and other vulnerable populations. Assignments will include a mix of case law and other readings, with a focus on understanding the dynamics of major healthcare policy debates. Students will also gain a familiarity with critical healthcare programs and statutes, including the Affordable Care Act, Medicaid, Medicare, ERISA, and more.
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Course Type
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Seminar

Course Credits

1.0

Course Degree

Juris Doctor

Faculty Associated

Course Types

We have classified RWU Law classes under the following headers. One of the following course types will be attached to each course which will allow students to narrow down their search while looking for classes.

Core Course

Students in the first and second year are required to take classes covering the following aspects of the law—contracts, torts, property, criminal law, civil procedure, and constitutional law, evidence, and professional responsibility. Along with these aspects, the core curriculum will develop legal reasoning skills.

Elective

After finishing the core curriculum the remaining coursework toward the degree is completed through upper level elective courses. Students can choose courses that peak their interests or courses that go along with the track they are following.

Seminar

Seminars are classes where teachers and small groups of students focus on a specific topic and the students complete a substantial research paper.

Clinics/Externships

Inhouse Clinics and Clinical Externships legal education is law school training in which students participate in client representation under the supervision of a practicing attorney or law professor. RWU Law's Clinical Programs offer unique and effective learning opportunities and the opportunity for practical experience while still in law school.